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How your smartphone compares to 1990s supercomputers

In just a few decades, the smartphone has gone from a luxury gadget to an everyday necessity. But what is often overlooked is just how powerful these small devices really are. Today’s smartphones are thousands of times more powerful than the world’s most advanced supercomputers from over 30 years ago - machines that once filled entire rooms and cost millions to operate.

Google unveils Pixel 9 series with advanced AI

Google has officially unveiled its Pixel 9 series at the latest Made by Google hardware event.

Promotional content / realme becomes No. 1 choice for quality smartphones under Tk 20k

The youth immediately embraced the brand for its focus on meeting their needs, not just in Bangladesh but across the globe, following its global launch in mid-2018.

Reconnect with life: The importance of digital detox

As crucial as our devices are for us to get by, it is equally crucial to spend time away from them and focus on ourselves and people around us.

Smartphone makers bet on AI to revive sales

Smartphone makers are packing their latest devices with flashy new artificial intelligence tools to reignite consumer demand

Nokia reportedly launching a high-end smartphone

Nokia is reportedly set to launch a new high-end smartphone, according to leaked information from respected tech outlet WinFuture.

vivo launches V27 and V27e smartphones in Bangladesh

vivo has recently launched two of its V series smartphones, V27 and V27e in Bangladesh.

Stitch design in OPPO Reno8 T: An aesthetic that’s way more than a mere fashion statement

The latest edition to the Reno series, Reno8 T, comes with a Fiberglass-Leather Design, elevating the design approach one step ahead while intermingling the everlasting allure of stitching with the appeal of design aesthetics. Employing a new technique to remove plastic edging together with a new leather stitching pattern surrounding the camera model, Reno8 T flaunts a design inspired by stitching art that offers a multitude of benefits for tech-savvy users. In fact, OPPO Reno8 T is the very first smartphone to feature a ‘stitch design’ on fiberglass leather, using an embossing process that will offer nothing short of a premium experience for smartphone users. Driven by an urge to add dimension to the fashion statement of smartphone users, OPPO has added a textured design around the...

48% mobile phone customers in Bangladesh have a smartphone

Smartphone penetration in Bangladesh is fast approaching 50 per cent as the coronavirus pandemic has accelerated the adoption of digital technologies to work, study and find entertainment using smart devices.

December 30, 2021
December 30, 2021

Teaching parents how to use a computer

You'll need to take this one step at a time.

January 27, 2019
January 27, 2019

Your smartphone might be the cause of your neck pain

A new study published in PLOS One reveals that prolonged cellphone use, and in particular text messaging, can cause neck pain and have an impact on soft tissue that surrounds the spine.

January 17, 2019
January 17, 2019

Nike introduces shoes that your phone can tie

Nike has unveiled a set of self-lacing kicks that you can tighten with your smartphone.

November 12, 2017
November 12, 2017

Reduce your data consumption with Google Chrome

Have to make do with a smartphone or tablet that has limited data volume? Google Chrome offers an easy way to save on data use.

August 24, 2016
August 24, 2016

Strong demand for Samsung's Galaxy Note 7 tests supply chain

Better-than-expected demand for Samsung's new Galaxy Note 7 causes supply constraints globally.

March 31, 2016
March 31, 2016

Koreans seek ‘right to disconnect’

Koreans find their constantly buzzing smartphones disorienting, according to a report by the Korea Press Foundation on Wednesday.

February 27, 2016
February 27, 2016

Best and worst ways to boost smartphone’s battery life

There were different types of tips for boosting your smartphone’s battery life over the years and while some of them are legitimately great, some of them are also myths.

February 24, 2016
February 24, 2016

Internet by light promises to leave Wi-Fi eating dust

Connecting your smartphone to the web with just a lamp -- that is the promise of Li-Fi, featuring Internet access 100 times faster than Wi-Fi with revolutionary wireless technology.

February 22, 2016
February 22, 2016

Samsung, LG lock horns with new Android platform

The problem stems from the fact that there is just one flagship iPhone running Apple's iOS platform, however a number of Android licensees are fighting it out to identify a hardware contender that can woo premium buyers.

January 18, 2016
January 18, 2016

HUAWEI G7 PLUS

Huawei has gone all metal for mid-range and up starting with the G7 Plus. So it looks great, but how does it run?